Sermons on 1 Timothy 6:6-12:

Developing Godly Habits: How To Order Your Life

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 5, 2021

Today we’re looking at the topic of developing great habits. So we’re going to look at a theological concept, exam some scripture, and then consider our applications.

I try to exercise regularly. I have to exercise a great deal and be very, very careful about how I eat, because my body is very good at gaining weight and not very quick to lose it. Can anyone relate? I always have eggs for breakfast, and coffee. I try not to eat again all morning until lunch ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12, Galatians 5:9-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Resume Of A Champion.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 6, 2021

What does the resume of a champion look like? Believe it or not, but possibly a lot like yours. Many times success comes with downfalls and setbacks. However, champions fight; Champions fight the good fight of faith.

The Resume Of A Champion. Hebrews 11:1-6NASB What does the resume of a champion look like? Believe it or not, but possibly a lot like yours. Many times success comes with downfalls and setbacks. However, champions fight; Champions fight the good fight of faith. Paul reminds Timothy his young ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6, 1 Timothy 6:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Generosity Is A Form Of Worship. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on May 2, 2024

What do we own? A great question. It all belongs to God, who is generous to all. It is an act of worship tolive and give generously.

Generosity is a form of worship. As you will know if you’ve been here over the last few weeks, apart from last week when we focused on youth and children, we have been looking at Dr Harry Wendt’s material, “In Heavens Name Why on Earth.” This is the last week of the series, and the focus of this ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:6-8, 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Exodus 19:5, Haggai 2:8, 1 Corinthians 4:7, Matthew 5:45, 2 Corinthians 8:1-5, Hosea 6:6, Romans 12:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Warriors Of Faith

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on May 26, 2024

We are fighting a real battle, confronting a real enemy, but our victory is assured through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

The Warriors of Faith Study Text: 1 Timothy 6:12 Introduction: - The Christian life is that of a spiritual battle that goes on without ending. Ephesians 6: 10 - 12. - God’s part, we cannot do, our part, He will not do, therefore, if we are faithful, God will look after us and ensure our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Looking For Your Destiny

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 6, 2024

Beware of those who prophesy a rosy destiny as God called very few, if any, to that kind of destiny. Roses have thorns so buckle up.

Micah 6:8 He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? James 1:27 Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8, James 1:27, 1 Timothy 6:6-10, Luke 6:22-25, 2 Timothy 3:12, Philippians 1:29-30, John 16:33, Matthew 10:24-25, Revelation 3:17-18, Hebrews 11:35-40  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Be Wise About Money Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 19, 2024

Proverbs has a lot to say about the wise use of money. Money can be a great blessing or a terrible curse, and it depends on the wisdom we use as we pursuit it and use it.

Introduction: A. In our sermon series from the book of Proverbs, we have been exploring some very challenging and controversial topics; like: anger, the tongue, sex and alcohol, and today we will continue that pattern as we dive into everyone’s favorite topic…money! 1. We pick up our thoughts and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:28, Proverbs 18:10-12, Proverbs 3:9-10, Proverbs 21:20, Proverbs 22:7, Proverbs 11:15, Proverbs 6:1-5, Proverbs 3:13-15, Proverbs 23:4-5, Proverbs 30:7-9, 1 Timothy 6:6-10, Proverbs 11:24-25, Proverbs 19:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Heart Of A Servant

Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 9, 2023

Good morning church! I want to explore the valuable lessons on having a servant's heart that we can learn from 1 Timothy 6:11-12. As we look into this passage, let us be inspired by the example of the apostle Paul and reflect on how we can cultivate the heart of a true servant in our own lives.

Point 1: Pursue Righteousness (1 Timothy 6:11a) A servant's heart is rooted in a deep desire to pursue righteousness. It involves a deliberate choice to walk in obedience to God's commands and live a life that aligns with His will. Proverbs 21:21 - "He that followeth after ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Letter To A Teen-Aged Boy

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jun 26, 2023

I composed this letter to my 14-year-old Great-grandson when I felt he was mature enough to understand and appreciate it. It might be something you would consider to send to any boy who you felt was the same way. Notice especially the last shortened stanza.

This is a letter I wrote to my great-grandson as he was approaching his 14th birthday. If anyone would desire to use it, I believe it would be appropriate for a boy you believe is mature enough to understand and appreciate it. I composed it following the pattern of the poem "IF" by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-19, 1 Timothy 6:11-14, 2 Timothy 1:2-7, Psalm 119:105

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beware Of Baal

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 20, 2023

Maybe we have more Baal worshipers than we know

"Idolatry is an economic issue. When we read about the Israelites worshiping the god Baal in 1 Kings 18, we tend to think of them developing a preference for wooden idol images. But the primary attraction to Baal wasn’t a pretty statue; it was an economic promise. For the nations around ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:5-10, Revelation 3:17

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Root Of All Evil

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 24, 2023

Many wrongdoings in life are considered as evil. Evil is defined as acts of an immoral or wicked nature and can be related to many characteristics.

C. JoyBell C; an American author once remarked: “Never get involved with people who are likely to envy you at the end of the day. People like that will actually lurk in the bushes, play your mind, and pounce on you when you are at our most vulnerable state. Envy is the root of all evil, in all men ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24, 1 Timothy 6:9, Proverbs 8:13, Romans 12:21

Race Toward Godliness

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 2, 2023

Someone said that running in the morning ensured that nothing worse can happen to you in that day.

Race Toward Godliness 1 Timothy 6:11-16 Introduction Someone said that running in the morning ensured that nothing worse can happen to you in that day. Other people are bigger fans. “This is the hardest thing I’ve ever put my body through, but for me, running is a mental game. I’ve learned that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Is Our Eternal Inheritance. Series

Contributed by Christina Milanderb on Sep 2, 2023

1 Peter 1:3-5 "... hath begotten us... [4] To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you, [5] Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time."

Jesus is our eternal inheritance, He is every spiritual blessing in Heavenly places, He is The glory. 1 Peter 1:3 "[3]Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, Hebrews 9:8, Hebrews 12:12, 1 Timothy 6:12, Luke 10:5  (view more)  (view less)

Do The Hard Work First.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 17, 2023

After living more than 60 years, I know that any claim that offers an effortless way to develop a lean, well conditioned body is a hoax. So is any sermon title that promises an easy way to become like our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Do the Hard Work First. 1 Timothy 6:11-12TPT After living more than 60 years, I know that any claim that offers an effortless way to develop a lean, well conditioned body is a hoax. So is any sermon title that promises an easy way to become like our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. In 1Timothy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12, Romans 14:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Holding On To Faith!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 12, 2023

God wants us to have faith that not only moves mountains but keeps the mountains away. Want more faith, you as a child of God has faith but Word of God makes it work and strengthen it.

HOLDING ON TO FAITH! The devil continues to try to steal, kill and destroy, but we must remember John 4:4 (KJV) Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. I. Paul said "I have kept the faith". - 2 Timothy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7, Romans 1:5, 1 Timothy 6:12, Jude 1:3

When We Are At The Point Of Death – The Christian Perspective Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 3, 2023

While the Rapture is delayed everyone must reach the gates of death. What are those last days, hours, minutes like? We look at that, and questions around death. For Christians, the Lord Jesus provides the road through death into His presence FOREVER MORE.

WHEN WE ARE AT THE POINT OF DEATH – THE CHRISTIAN PERSPECTIVE [1]. THE INTRODUCTION – THOUGHTS NEARING DEATH I would estimate very few want to face death, but for the committed Christians, they are prepared and happy to, because they know the truth of the verses - {{2Corinthians 5:7-8 “for we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7-8, 1 Timothy 6:6-7, Psalm 49:16-17, Ecclesiastes 12:6-8, Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, Acts 17:30-31, John 19:29-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational